Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist to join our Powys Physiotherapy service on our bank services
You will take a lead role in the assessments and treatment of patients in the musculoskeletal service who may have a complex and/or chronic presentation.
To determine a clinical diagnosis and develop effective and appropriate treatment plans, maintaining records as an autonomous practitioner at all times.
To act as a source of expertise on the management of musculoskeletal and long-term conditions and provide advisory service to patients, peers and wider MDT.
To prioritise referrals on a daily basis.
To provide clinical leadership, supervision and training to band 5 Physiotherapists, Physiotherapy Technicians, Therapy Support Workers and Students.
To occasionally deputise for Team Lead when required.
To support the Team Lead with operational management.
To educate and advise carers/relatives
Main duties of the job
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and innovative individuals who have experience in the field of MSK.
The successful applicant will be expected:
To provide specialist MSK Physiotherapy to outpatients both face to face and virtually (video & telephone) to a variety of patients with a wide range musculoskeletal clinical needs.
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care. To ensure high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management. To work with autonomy in the key elements of assessments, clinical decision making, treatment selection and evaluation without daily direct supervision but with access to guidance through peer support and the support of Team Lead / Clinical Specialist.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Self-motivated/flexible working and reliable
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate PTHB values
- Team Player
- Ability to work under pressure
Experience
Essential
- Broad working knowledge of Physiotherapy techniques across all aspects of treatment
- Experience of using IT packages
- Ability to keep legible, clear and concise notes
- Experience working in MSK department
- Evidence of CPD
- Evidence of postgraduate study
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement with relevant Clinical Interest group(s)
- Previous Senior experience Band 5 rotational programme
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy
- HCPC registration
- Knowledge in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy assessment and rehabilitation
Desirable
- Membership of CSP
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Experience of working with Junior staff/ assistants/ students and to develop other staff both formally and informally
- Ability to work independently
- Able to work collaboratively within the physiotherapy team and with the wider MDT
- Autonomous decision maker
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Committed to personal and team development
- Able to cope with moderate physical exertion throughout the working day
- Able to work flexibly, including possible 7 day working
Desirable
- Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
- Evidence of Involvement in research/ audit
- Active professional involvement e.g: H&S, Branch network
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This advert is for Bank Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with Powys Teaching Health Board in Bronllys, West Wales, Wales. It is listed as a Band 6 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £40,559 - £48,841 per annum pro rata. The contract type is 0 days (Bank- Ad hoc when required). The application deadline is 05 Aug 2026.
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